Internal Audit Manager

Overview

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• Audit Planning & Coordination

• Develop and maintain a risk-based internal audit plan, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards and industry best practices.
• Collaborate closely with a specialized external audit firm to plan and execute audit assignments, ensuring that all critical business functions, including financial, operational, and compliance areas, are comprehensively reviewed.
• Coordinate the scheduling, scope definition, and resource allocation for each audit engagement.

• Risk Assessment & Control Evaluation

• Work with the external audit firm and internal stakeholders to identify and evaluate key risks across business units (e.g., product, operations, IT security).
• Review and evaluate the adequacy and efficiency of controls, policies, and procedures, recommending enhancements as necessary.
• Monitor management’s remediation efforts and verify the timely and effective resolution of identified audit issues.

• Regulatory Compliance & Reporting

• Stay informed of evolving regulatory requirements and industry guidance relevant to Fin-Tech operations.
• Prepare and review audit reports in conjunction with the external firm, summarizing findings, conclusions, and recommendations for senior management and, when appropriate, the Board or Audit Committee.
• Support interactions with external auditors and regulatory bodies, ensuring a transparent and proactive approach to compliance.

• Stakeholder Engagement & Communication

• Build strong relationships with functional teams (Finance, Operations, Compliance, IT Security) to cultivate a culture of risk awareness and continuous improvement.
• Communicate audit objectives, scope, findings, and recommendations clearly and effectively to internal stakeholders.
• Act as a liaison between the external audit firm and internal departments, ensuring seamless collaboration and knowledge transfer.

Requirements

• ***Qualifications & Experience:***
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of relevant experience in internal audit, risk management, or compliance, preferably within a regulated financial services or fin-tech environment.
• Strong understanding of internal control frameworks, risk assessment methodologies, and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Strong communication and presentation capabilities, able to explain complex information simply and effectively.
• Self-starter, detail-oriented, and able to work independently without direct reports.
• Proven ability to coordinate with external service providers and internal stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional certifications (e.g., CIA, CPA, CISA) are big pluses.
• Saudi Nationality ONLY.